Legislation

This proposed constitutional amendment limits the President's pardon power, prohibiting pardons for themselves, their family, administration members, campaign employees, or anyone who financially benefited the aforementioned. It also restricts pardons for offenses directed by or coordinated with the President. Pardons issued for corrupt purposes would be invalid, and Congress is granted the power to enforce these limitations.

The Adoption Information Act requires family planning services receiving federal funds to provide individuals seeking medical or abortion services with a pamphlet containing a comprehensive list of adoption centers in the region, including contact information and addresses, and ensure they have the opportunity to read it. The Secretary will prepare and distribute these pamphlets annually using existing Title V funds.

The "Interstate Transport Act of 2025" allows individuals to transport knives across state lines for any lawful purpose, provided the knives are not directly accessible in vehicles or are stored in locked containers. This act protects individuals from arrest and covers legal costs if the law is successfully used as a defense, also allowing for the expungement of records in such cases. It does not override existing state laws regarding knife possession, carry, or transport.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office." Any reference to this facility will now refer to it as the Representative Maxine Bell Post Office.

This bill expresses support for the nation's public K-12 schools and the Department of Education, highlighting the Department's role in providing critical funding and resources to students, schools, and families. It condemns any actions that would defund public education or weaken the Department of Education. The bill affirms that public education investment should not be diverted to private K-12 schools through vouchers. It also rejects any claim that the executive branch has the authority to dismantle or relocate major offices within the Department of Education, dismantle or relocate the Department of Education, reduce federal funding for public education, block major federal grant programs for education, or transfer education funding burdens to state and local governments.

The SHOW UP Act of 2025 mandates that Executive agencies revert to pre-pandemic telework policies and levels from December 31, 2019, within 30 days. Further telework expansion is prohibited until agencies submit a study to Congress on the impacts of telework during the pandemic, along with a plan certified by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management. This plan must demonstrate positive effects on the agency's mission, cost reduction, and adequate resources for teleworkers, and agencies cannot implement telework expansion plans without the Director's certification. The Act aims to address concerns about the impact of expanded telework on agency performance, costs, and workforce distribution.

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer approximately 232.9 acres of National Forest System land in Arizona's Tonto National Forest to Gila County, provided the county requests it within 180 days. The conveyance will be without payment from the county, via quitclaim deed, and Gila County will bear all related costs. The land must be used to serve and support veterans, or it will revert to the United States.

The "Defund Heroin Injection Centers Act of 2025" prohibits federal funding from being allocated to any entity that operates or controls an injection center that violates the Controlled Substances Act. This includes state, local, tribal, and private entities. The goal of the bill is to ensure that federal resources are not used to support facilities where illegal drug use occurs.

The "No Tax on Tips Act" allows an above-the-line tax deduction for up to $25,000 in qualified tips for workers in traditionally tipped occupations, excluding higher-income earners. It also extends the employer social security tax credit to include beauty service establishments, aiming to reduce the tax burden on tipped workers and incentivize accurate tip reporting. This goes into effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The "Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act" ensures that infants born alive after an abortion receive the same medical care as any other newborn, mandating immediate hospitalization and requiring healthcare practitioners to report any failures to comply. Violators face fines, imprisonment, and potential prosecution for homicide or attempted homicide, while the mother of the child cannot be prosecuted. The bill also allows the woman who had the abortion to file a civil action against anyone who violated the act. It defines abortion and attempts at abortion, and renames "Partial-Birth Abortions" to "Abortions" in relevant sections of the U.S. Code.

The HCT/P Modernization Act of 2025 aims to streamline the regulatory oversight of human cell and tissue products (HCT/Ps). It mandates the FDA to enhance transparency through online publications, provide educational resources to stakeholders, and update regulations to reflect scientific advancements. The Act also establishes a public forum for feedback on modernizing HCT/P regulations and requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to report recommendations to Congress by September 30, 2026, focusing on regulatory burden, scientific advancements, product access, and public health protection.

The Private Student Loan Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2025 amends bankruptcy laws to allow private student loans to be discharged in bankruptcy, aligning them with other types of debt. It removes the existing exception that prevents the discharge of private student loans, and modifies the remaining exception to include programs substantially funded by a government unit. The changes will apply to bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date of the Act's enactment.

The Prohibition on IOER Act of 2025 amends the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit Federal Reserve Banks from paying interest on surplus reserve balances held for a depository institution. This means that the Federal Reserve Banks can only pay interest on required reserve balances.

The "Combating Cartels on Social Media Act of 2025" aims to combat transnational criminal organizations' use of social media and online platforms for illicit activities like narcotics and human trafficking. It mandates a joint assessment by the Department of Homeland Security, the Attorney General, and the Secretary of State on how these organizations use online services for recruitment and illegal operations. The Act further requires a joint strategy to counter these recruitment efforts through enhanced cooperation, intelligence analysis, and outreach, while ensuring the protection of civil rights and liberties. No additional funds will be allocated to implement this law.

The "Territorial Tax Parity Act of 2025" modifies existing tax regulations concerning income sourced from U.S. possessions, ensuring income attributed to a U.S. office or fixed place of business is subject to these rules. It also updates source rules for personal property sales to include specific sections related to possessions. These modifications apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

This bill prohibits members of the House of Representatives from displaying foreign flags on the House floor during sessions. The ban excludes lapel pins and the use of flags in exhibits during speeches or debates. The Sergeant-at-Arms will be responsible for enforcing this prohibition.

The "Protect Local Farms Act" amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, preventing states from setting maximum workweeks for agricultural employees at less than 60 hours, superseding any existing state laws.

This resolution rescinds subpoenas issued by the January 6th Select Committee to Stephen K. Bannon, Mark Randall Meadows, Daniel Scavino, Jr., and Peter K. Navarro, and withdraws the contempt of Congress recommendations against them. It deems the January 6th Select Committee illegitimate and its findings biased due to its partisan composition. The Speaker of the House is required to notify the Department of Justice that these subpoenas are rescinded and void.

The Native American Health Savings Improvement Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow individuals eligible for Indian Health Service (IHS) assistance to maintain health savings accounts (HSAs). Receiving care from the IHS or a tribal organization will not disqualify individuals from having an HSA, ensuring they can save for healthcare expenses. This change applies to taxable years after December 31, 2024.

This resolution celebrates the centennial anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross's historic election as the first female governor in the United States. It recognizes her significant contributions to Wyoming and her lasting impact as an inspiration for women in leadership and politics. The resolution encourages citizens to commemorate January 2025 in honor of her pioneering legacy.